DHS-SP-Kiley-Miscellaneous Foods-FY 24

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Human Services (DHS), is seeking a vendor to provide Miscellaneous foods to the Ann Kiley Center. The contract opportunity, DHS-SP-Kiley-Miscellaneous Foods-FY 24, requires the selected vendor to deliver a variety of food items to the center, with key objectives being to ensure adequate nutrition and sustenance for the facility's residents. Vendors must adhere to the Standard Illinois Certifications, which cover a wide range of legal, ethical, and regulatory compliance requirements. Additionally, the vendor must comply with COVID-19 precautions outlined in the state's Executive Orders, including the use of face coverings, vaccination, or testing requirements. The contract opportunity has a due date of March 29, 2023, and the selected vendor will be expected to provide these services for Fiscal Year 2024.

The state's procurement process does not explicitly mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, the Standard Terms and Conditions document outlines requirements related to prevailing wage, minority contractor initiatives, and federal funding compliance, suggesting the potential for disadvantaged enterprise participation. The current incumbent vendor, if any, is not specified, and the document does not provide information on existing infrastructure or technology that may require integration. The award value or budget range for this contract opportunity is also not disclosed.